Castles in Dorset

Wareham, Dorset

Corfe Castle once served as a fortress, prison and home. The castle is one of Britain's more majestic ruins.

Wareham, Dorset

Originally built between 1608 and 1610, Lulworth Castle caught fire in 1929. Restoration work took place in the 1970s and it's now restored to its former glo...

Portland, Dorset

Built by Henry VIII as part of his coastal defences, Portland Castle has remained largely unaltered since the 16th century, making it one of the best example...

Weymouth, Dorset

Sandsfoot Castle, also known as Weymouth Castle, has a vast history dating back to 1539, where it was completed on the order of King Henry VIII. In 1902 the ...

Sherbourne, Dorset

Built by Sir Walter Raleigh in 1594 and set in 20 acres of gardens around a 50 acre lake. Sherbourne Castle has been home to the Digby family since 1617.